If you want to take care of your machines and extend their lifespan further, using the right machinery oil is necessary. In particular, machinery oil determines the performance, longevity, and efficiency of the machines in general. But the question arises, which type of oil is the right one for your equipment? On one hand, we have synthetic and on the other mineral-based machinery oils. Each has its strengths and weaknesses, some work better for certain types of machines, some not.